Zessimos (Jim) Lalopoulos, age 79, fell asleep in the Lord on February 14th, 2024.

Zessimos was born on August 20, 1944 to parents Adam Lalopoulos and Panagiota Zografos. Beloved husband of Fotini for 57 years. Loving father of Penny (Chris) Karafile and Adam Lalopoulos. Proud grandfather (“Pappouli”) of Jordan and Nicolette Karafile. Dear brother of Hristos (Zoe) Lalopoulos, Voula and Katerina. Brother-in-law of Sofia (Nick) Demopoulos and Maria (Mike) Kiritsis. Beloved uncle, cousin, friend and “Pappou Zissis” to those who loved him.

Zessimos was raised in the village of Paliohoraki, Nafpaktias, Greece where he spent his childhood years. At age 18 he was stationed in Thessaloniki where he served in the Greek army for two years. At age 21 he immigrated to Canada where he met and married his beautiful wife.

An entrepreneur at heart, Zessimos opened several businesses over the years. The first was a variety store on the Danforth. He then went on to open two fish markets in Scarborough, where he was known as the best in the business. He was a man of integrity.

Zessimos loved the outdoors. He spent endless hours attending to his vegetable and rose gardens. He always looked forward to his annual hunting trip with his life-long friends, a tradition he enjoyed into his 79th year.

Zessimos will be remembered for his kindness, abundant generosity and bringing friends and family together for his famous Sunday BBQs. His door was always open and he welcomed everyone. He enjoyed the simple things in life, listening to traditional Greek music, good food and great company.

The last 15 years of his retirement, he loved his annual trip to Greece. He always looked forward to relaxing at the beach, enjoying time with close family and reminiscing with old friends. It was truly his happy place. Above all, his pride and joy were his grandchildren.

May his memory be eternal ♥️